Bios Update

[boyhonda5]

I was given this computer and have since updated to Win 10 Pro and the current BIOS level is 5.06, I'm wondering if there are any updates out there as I will be upgrading the processor/ram, etc. I know this is an older computer, I'm not looking for any backlash, just trying to build something solid, moderately fast, and reliable.

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

Below is the link to the product specs for your PC. 

The processor and memory upgrade info can be found here....

https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c01294321

I have zipped up and attached the latest BIOS release below.   HP has retired support for this model series.

Important Note:   This file was designed to run on Windows 7 and Vista only.  Running it on W10 could wreck the PC.

Here is a copy and paste of the BIOS update file's release notes...

Title: IPIBL-LB Motherboard BIOS Update

Version: 5.43

Description: IPIBL-LB Motherboard BIOS update improves system thermal performance and updates fan curve for processor support.

Purpose: Recommended

Category: BIOS

Operating System:

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Starter (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Starter (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit)

Language(s):

Global English

Enhancement/Fixes:

- Improves system thermal performance.

- Updates fan curve for processor support.

- Resolves issue with the system appearing to hang during restart if an HP Personal Media Drive is connected.

- Resolves issue with the system hanging when 7GB of RAM is installed.

- Updates Hardware Diagnostic Tools to v4880.05.

Prerequisites:

- You must be logged on as an administrator to install this update.

- You must have a Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows Vista operating system.

Installation Instructions:

1. Click the Download Only button.
2. At the File Download screen, click the Save button.
3. At the Save As screen, save the file to your Desktop.
4. If a message appears stating that the file already exists, click YES to overwrite file.
5. Double-click the icon for the update downloaded to your desktop, and then click NEXT.
6. Follow on-screen instructions.
7. If prompted to restart the system upon completion of the update, click YES and allow system to restart.

Copyright © 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.

[boyhonda5]

Thank you! I ran the bios update in win 7 compatibility mode under the hidden administrator account and updated successfully!

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

Glad the update worked without issue on W10.

Looks like it was a good thing to update the BIOS with its fix of Updates fan curve for processor support, and the system hanging when 7GB of RAM is installed.

You will still get some good performance out of that old chipset.

I have a HP dc7800 with the Intel Series 3 chipset, and it still runs great on W10. 

I maxed out the memory to 8 GB, tossed in a video card, and a solid state drive.

Mine has the E8300 processor, so I didn't upgrade that (though I was tempted to go with one of the quad core Q9xxx's).

[Emanu]

Hello,

please, upgrading the board with that BIOS, could I install on this board a q9500 CPU?

I already ordered it.

The q9500 was the ultimate model produced by Intel for the 775 socket.

Any help appreciated.

Emanuele

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

According to the motherboard specs the Q9500 should be supported.

Processor upgrade information
Motherboard supports the following processor upgrades:
Intel Core 2 Quad (Y) Q9xxx
Intel Core 2 Duo (W) E8xxx
Intel Core 2 Quad (K) up to Q6600
Core 2 Duo E6x00 (C) up to E6700
Core 2 Duo E4x00 (C) up to E4400